Post-Traumatic Stress Therapy in Barcelona
Do you feel that something inside you has not been the same since you went through that experience?
Post-traumatic stress therapy helps you heal deep emotional wounds, overcome blocks and regain your inner balance
Professional and compassionate support, in person in Les Corts (Barcelona) or through online sessions, wherever you are
What is post-traumatic stress and how does it manifest?
Post-traumatic stress is an intense emotional response after experiencing an extreme or traumatic situation. It can appear after an accident, a loss, an assault, a medical experience or any event that has overwhelmed your emotional resources
Sometimes the symptoms do not appear immediately. They may emerge weeks or months later: constant anxiety, flashbacks, hypervigilance, emotional blocks, insomnia or the feeling that you have not been the same person since it happened
If you feel that something broke inside you and you have not been able to put yourself back together, it is not weakness: it is a sign that your body and mind are still trying to protect you. And with help, you can heal
How can post-traumatic stress therapy help you?
Post-traumatic stress therapy offers you a safe space to understand what is happening to you, put words to what you feel and begin to release the burden you are carrying inside
Every process is unique, which is why the support is adapted to you, your story and your current situation. Sometimes we work through talking, other times through the body and emotional memory, using specific therapeutic approaches such as EMDR therapy, EMI therapy and Somatic Experiencing techniques, which help release the impact of trauma without having to relive it again and again
Over time, this process can help you regain calm, confidence and connection with yourself
What is post-traumatic stress and how does it manifest?
After a traumatic experience, it is not always easy to feel well again. The body and mind can remain trapped in a constant state of alert, as though what happened were still not over.
Anxiety, insomnia, flashbacks, emotional blocks or a feeling of disconnection from yourself are just some of the signs. Your system is simply still trying to protect you. And with the right support, you can heal.
Some people seek help after a recent trauma. Others do so after years of feeling that something was left unresolved. Sometimes what brings you to therapy is not the experience itself, but its consequences: relationships that break down, unexplained anxiety, difficulty trusting or simply the feeling that you have become disconnected from yourself. In any of these situations, therapy can be the first step towards your emotional recovery.
Psychologist specialising in trauma in Barcelona and online
I am Chiara Leoni, a psychologist specialising in trauma and emotional support. For years, I have helped people who, like you, were carrying the weight of a difficult experience and did not know where to begin healing.
I work from an integrative approach that combines emotional psychotherapy and specific techniques such as EMDR and EMI, adapted to each person’s pace and needs. I support you from a human, compassionate and non-judgemental place.
You can attend sessions in Les Corts (Barcelona) or have online sessions, wherever you are. What matters is that you feel safe, heard and supported throughout your process.
Would you like to know how post-traumatic stress therapy can help you? Sometimes what we experience affects us more deeply than we show on the outside. You do not have to keep carrying it alone
How can you book your post-traumatic stress therapy session?
Book an Appointment
You can easily book your session in person in Les Corts (Barcelona) or through online sessions, wherever you are
Do you have any questions?
We can have an initial introductory conversation, with no obligation
First session
I will support you calmly and without judgement. You can come exactly as you are, with whatever you are feeling, even if you do not know how to explain it
Start Taking Care of Yourself from Within Today
If you feel that you are struggling to manage what you experienced, that you remain on alert even though time has passed, or that you cannot seem to feel like yourself again, you are not alone
Your emotions deserve a safe space too. And you deserve to go through this stage with greater calm, clarity and connection with yourself
At Chiara Leoni Psicología, we walk this path together. I am here to support you
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Every person and every process requires a different path
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A therapeutic space for people who want to understand, express and transform their emotional world with professional support
Frequently Asked Questions about Post-Traumatic Stress
What is post-traumatic stress and why does it occur?
It is an intense emotional response that appears after experiencing a traumatic situation. The body and mind remain in a state of alert, as though what happened were still not over.
What are the symptoms of post-traumatic stress?
They may include anxiety, nightmares, intrusive memories, emotional blocks, insomnia, hypervigilance or a feeling of disconnection from yourself. Sometimes they appear weeks or months after the event.
Can post-traumatic stress be overcome?
Yes. With the right support, healing is possible. Therapy helps you process what happened, reduce symptoms and regain your emotional wellbeing.
How is post-traumatic stress addressed in therapy?
It depends on each person. Emotional psychotherapy tools are combined with specific techniques such as EMDR, EMI and Somatic Experiencing, which make it possible to release trauma without having to relive it.
Do I need to relive what happened in order to heal?
No. In many cases, therapeutic work makes it possible to release what remained trapped without having to go into detail or experience the pain all over again.
How long does post-traumatic stress treatment last?
Every process is different. Some people notice changes after only a few sessions, while others need more time. What matters is moving at your own pace.
What is the difference between trauma and post-traumatic stress?
Trauma is the experience that causes emotional harm. Post-traumatic stress is the way that harm remains active over time when it has not been processed.
Can I have therapy even if I am not sure that I have post-traumatic stress?
Yes. You do not need a diagnosis to begin. If something in you is still affected by what you experienced, therapy can help you understand it and feel better.
